Description
Multiple out-of-bounds write vulnerabilities exist in the translationVectors parsing functionality in multiple supported formats of Open Babel 3.1.1 and master commit 530dbfa3. A specially-crafted malformed file can lead to arbitrary code execution. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.This vulnerability affects the MOPAC file format, inside the Final Point and Derivatives section
Metrics
CVSS 3.1 7.8/10
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HWeakness enumeration
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Open Babel | Open Babel | 3.1.1; master commit 530dbfa3 |
| open_babbel | open_babbel | 3.1.1; master_commit_530dbfa3 |
References
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2022-1666Exploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2022-1666Exploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2022-1666
Timeline
- Published
- Jul 21, 2023
- Last modified
- Jun 17, 2026
- NVD status
- Modified